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New Regenerative Agriculture Standard for Coffee Launching in 2026

9/10/2025

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The Rainforest Alliance will implement a Regenerative Agriculture Standard for coffee in early 2026.
Certified products will carry a seal that signifies commitment to environmental and social improvement.
Initially focused on coffee, the certification will expand to cocoa, citrus, and tea in 2026.
It aims to tackle challenges like extreme weather and soil degradation impacting smallholder farmers.
The standard evaluates five areas: soil health, climate resilience, biodiversity, water stewardship, and livelihoods.

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Story summary

The Rainforest Alliance will implement a Regenerative Agriculture Standard for coffee in early 2026.
Certified products will carry a seal that signifies commitment to environmental and social improvement.
Initially focused on coffee, the certification will expand to cocoa, citrus, and tea in 2026.
It aims to tackle challenges like extreme weather and soil degradation impacting smallholder farmers.
The standard evaluates five areas: soil health, climate resilience, biodiversity, water stewardship, and livelihoods.